5 Tips For Treating Mouth Sores

Prevent Mouth Sores Cottonwood Heights

When one of our patients at The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale gets a mouth sore, we guide them to evaluate what they’re eating and make some changes. By following these tips, you too can avoid the discomfort of eating and help to increase the speed of healing.

1. Eat soft or pureed foods. Don’t worry, you won’t have to eat baby food—plenty of adult dishes fit the bill:

  • cream soups
  • yogurt
  • hot cereal
  • mashed potatoes
  • puddings

2. Keep your meals bland for a while. I know it’s no fun, but watch out for overly spicy, tart, salty or acidic foods while you have a mouth sore.

3. Also, keep it cool. Only eat dishes served at room temperature or chilled.

4. Use a straw so that whatever you are drinking can bypass the mouth sore altogether.

5. Try to moisten dry foods. You can add sauces, dressings, and gravies to your meals.

We hope that these suggestions will help you the next time you suffer from a mouth sore.

To maintain good dental health, brush daily and see us at The Fort Unon Dentist in Midvale for regular checkups. People from Salt Lake City, Cottonwood Heights, Murray, and Sugar House come to us for general and cosmetic dentistry. Call for an appointment today!

Contact The Fort Union Dentist:

801-676-8100

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):


1275 E. Fort Union Blvd Ste 200
Midvale, Utah
84047

 

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